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Political Theory
Timeless ideas at the intersections of science, philosophy, critical thinking, and history.
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1748 with Montesquieu
Separation of Church and State
- No government church.
Freedom of Conscience
Evolved from 1640 through 1748
Your mind belongs to you. Neither church nor state has legitimate authority to dictate what you must believe.
Political Theory
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“In order for a war to be just, three things are necessary.”
- Thomas Aquinas
- circa 1265
Situational Ethics
Situational ethics, like Just War Theory, can be brought down to your life. When you cannot turn the other cheek, strive for a response that is proportionate and never exceeds the harm done.
Political Theory
Quote
What is the history of ethical war?
Situational Ethics
The history of war ethics shows that across time and cultures, people have tried to define when war is justified and how it should be restrained.
Political Theory
FAQ
Analysis of the Understanding MAGA Series
Political Identity
Understanding another group should be less about a political tribe: it’s more about how identity fuses with worldview, why healthy systems require boundaries, and how communication collapses when judgment is outsourced.
Political Theory
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